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Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd. (JP:3159)
:3159
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Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd. (3159) Price & Analysis

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3159 Stock Chart & Stats

¥337.00
¥0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥337.00
¥0.00(0.00%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue Re-accelerationA clear re-acceleration in top-line growth (6.9% in 2026) signals stabilized customer demand and/or effective pricing. Sustained revenue growth over multiple quarters supports scaling opportunities, improves the outlook for operating leverage, and provides a firmer base for long-term cash generation.
Improving LeverageMaterial reduction in debt relative to equity reduces financial risk and interest burden, increasing capacity for capital allocation. Improved leverage enhances resilience to shocks, gives management more optionality for strategic investments or consolidation, and supports a healthier long-term balance sheet.
Consistent Positive Free Cash FlowConsistent annual free cash flow, with improvement in 2026, underpins the company’s ability to service debt, pay dividends, and fund modest reinvestment without external financing. Persistent positive FCF is a durable strength enabling steady operations and strategic flexibility over time.
Bears Say
Thin Operating And Net MarginsVery low operating and net margins constrain internal reinvestment and limit returns on incremental revenue. Thin profitability leaves the business vulnerable to cost inflation or margin pressure, reducing the cushion to absorb shocks and slowing the path to materially higher returns.
Uneven Cash ConversionWeaker and volatile cash conversion indicates working-capital swings and timing mismatches between earnings and actual cash receipts. This variability complicates forecasting, constrains predictable capital deployment, and increases liquidity risk during slower periods despite positive headline FCF.
Modest Returns With Remaining DebtModerate ROE coupled with non-trivial debt levels limits financial flexibility and the ability to accelerate growth or increase shareholder returns. Persistent modest returns mean retained earnings compound slowly, making it harder to deleverage rapidly or fund strategic initiatives without external funding.

3159 FAQ

What was Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥297.00 and its highest was ¥376.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥31.84B.
      When is Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 11, 2026 which is in 76 days.
        How were Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Mar 13, 2026. The company reported ¥2.48 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥2.48.
          Is Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥6 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.9%. See more information on Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd. have?
              Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd. has 92,554,085 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥2.48 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.277%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3159
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Maruzen CHI Holdings Co., Ltd.

                    Maruzen CHI Holdings Co.,Ltd. engages in the sale of books and magazines in Japan. It also offers academic and other information services; and manages educational facilities, such as libraries. In addition, the company engages in the design, supervision, and construction works; publishing books, magazines, etc.; import and sale of books, magazines, stationery, etc.; production and sale of academic books; sells antiques; management consulting; and school education business. Further, it creates bibliographic information database; and sells office supplies, clothing, sundries and other goods, as well as provides information services using communication networks. The company was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Maruzen CHI Holdings Co.,Ltd. is a subsidiary of Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd.

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